I’ll have more to say about this April 12 welterweight match up later, but for now, I caution the reader not to take Alfonso Gomez too lightly. As Teddy Atlas often reminds us, boxing is primarily a mental sport, and Gomez is the poster boy for mental focus and preparation. Beyond that, Miguel Cotto’s supposed strength advantage probably won’t even show itself in the ring since Gomez fought as a middleweight on the Contender series and handed legit middleweight Peter Manfredo his first loss.

Am I picking Gomez to win? No. (I’ve since changed my mind. See Alfonso Gomez link above. April 08, 2008) But it’s going to be a good, even scrap, no matter the outcome.

1. alex espinosa, April 3, 2008:

   I agree with the fact that Gomez could give Cotto a hard fight. If Cotto doesn’t take this fight serious he could be in alot of trouble. Gomez is technical fighter, very busy and good defense. So Cotto you better be in shape!

2. Bill Scherer, April 4, 2008:

   Yep. Gomez is mentally tough too. I’m really looking forward to this fight!